Lasur - Chopda, Jalgaon
Lasur is a village situated in the Chopda tehsil of Jalgaon district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chopda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Jalgaon. Lasur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lasur is 526639. The village covers a total geographical area of 3292 hectares and falls under the 425107 pincode. Chopda is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Lasur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chopda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raver Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lasur
As per Census 2011, Lasur village has a total population of 9,265 people, consisting of 4,677 males and 4,588 females. The village has 2,083 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,219 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 5,787 literate and 3,478 illiterate residents. Additionally, 743 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,965 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lasur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,265 | 4,677 | 4,588 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,219 | 632 | 587 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 743 | 364 | 379 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,965 | 961 | 1,004 |
| Literate Population | 5,787 | 3,298 | 2,489 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,478 | 1,379 | 2,099 |
Nearby Villages of Lasur
Lasur is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Shikawal | North-West | 3.25 km |
| Chaugaon | East | 3.56 km |
| Majare Hingone | South-East | 3.61 km |
| Ganpur | West | 4.39 km |
| Kazipura | South-East | 5.31 km |
| Mauje Hingone | East | 5.33 km |
| Galwade | South-West | 5.79 km |
| Bhawade | South-West | 5.99 km |
| Satrasen | North-West | 6.18 km |
| Karjane(ma) | East | 6.40 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lasur
Lasur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Takarkhede, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chopda to Lasur is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalgaon to Lasur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lasur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lasur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lasur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lasur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Lasur
Where is Lasur located?
Lasur village is located in Chopda Tehsil, Jalgaon district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lasur?
Lasur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Lasur?
The pincode of Lasur is 425107.
What is the population of Lasur?
Lasur has a total population of 9,265, including 4,677 males and 4,588 females.
How many households are there in Lasur?
There are 2,083 households in Lasur.
What is the literacy rate in Lasur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lasur is 62.46%. Male literacy is 70.52% and female literacy is 54.25%.